The Price Of Reality TV

Kristin Cavallari will be replacing Lauren Conrad (again–or should I say be placed second) but homegirl will rake in those big bucks:

Kristin Cavallari was lured back to reality TV as the newest cast member of The Hills.

The 22-year-old will make $63,000 per episode, an insider reveals to Life & Style.

“They needed her,” an insider spills. “The Hills’ ratings were on a decline. They needed someone new and fresh, who also came with buzz and a name that was recognizable. Kristin was the obvious choice.”

And Kristin knew she was worth every penny when it came time to negotiate. “She wanted money,” says the insider. “You don’t have to pay the other girls that kind of money, but for Kristin you had to pay up.”

FYI: Lauren Conrad reportedly was making $65,000 per episode of The Hills.

I sincerely hope that the show gets cancelled quickly. The Hills has run it’s course, and people are aware they are watching scripted drama. This is Lauren’s show, not about a “has been” desperate for attention. Damn when will these execs learn…

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